1/7 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Container size: 500 ml, 1 l Application: Supplier: Cat. No. 40200073, 40200072 Emergency telephone: +45 44 600 800 (Only during office For embedding of materialographic specimens hours) Struers A/S Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Tel:+45 44 600 800 Responsible for safety data sheet authoring. Any questions to the contents of this safety data sheet should be sent to: SDS_info@dhigroup.com 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION The product is classified: F;R11 Xi;R37/38 R43 Physical and Chemical Hazards: Human health: Environment: The product is highly flammable, and explosive vapours/air mixtures may be formed even at normal room temperatures. Irritating to respiratory system and skin. Risk of sensitisation or allergic reactions among sensitive individuals. Vapours from organic solvents may be absorbed through the lungs and cause permanent damage to the nervous system, including the brain. The product contains components which may penetrate skin. The product is not expected to be hazardous to the environment. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS The product contains: organic solvents and binders. 67/548/EEC %: CAS-No.: EC No.: Chemical name: Hazard classification: Notes: 60-100 80-62-6 201-297-1 Methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate F;R11 R43 Xi;R37/38 D 1-5 67-64-1 200-662-2 Acetone F;R11 Xi;R36 R66 R67 1-5 2082-81-7 218-218-1 Tetramethylene dimethacrylate Xi;R36/37/38
2/7 4. FIRST-AID MEASURES Burns: Flush with water immediately. While flushing, remove clothes which do not adhere to affected area. Call an ambulance. Continue flushing during transport to hospital. Inhalation: Skin contact: Eye contact: Ingestion: Move injured person into fresh air and keep person calm under observation. If uncomfortable: Seek hospital and bring these instructions. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. In case of eczema or other skin disorders: Seek medical attention and bring these instructions. Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids widely. If irritation persists: Seek medical attention and bring along these instructions. Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Keep person under observation. If person becomes uncomfortable seek hospital and bring these instructions. Do not induce vomiting. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing media: Specific hazards: Protective measures in fire: Extinguish with alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog. Cool containers exposed to heat with water spray and remove container, if no risk is involved. During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed. Selection of respiratory protection for fire fighting: follow the general fire precautions indicated in the workplace. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions: Environmental precautions: Methods for cleaning up: Do not smoke, use open fire or other sources of ignition. Avoid inhalation of vapours and contact with skin and eyes. In case of inadequate ventilation: Use air-supplied respirator. For personal protection, see section 8. Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Remove sources of ignition. Dam and absorb spillages with sand, earth or other non-combustible material. For waste disposal, see section 13. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Safe handling advice: Technical measures: Technical precautions: Technical measures for safe storage: Storage conditions: Do not smoke or use open fire or other sources of ignition. Avoid inhalation of vapours and contact with skin and eyes. Observe good chemical hygiene practices. Work practice should minimise contact. Local exhaust is recommended. Follow rules for flammable liquids. Store in tightly closed original container in a well-ventilated place.
3/7 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Engineering measures: Provide adequate ventilation. Observe Occupational Exposure Limits and minimise the risk of inhalation of vapours. Provide easy access to water supply and eye wash facilities. Chemical name: Exposure limits: Type: Notes: References: Acetone 500 ppm 1210 mg/m3 TWA - EH40 Personal protection: Hand protection: Eye protection: Skin protection: Hygiene measures: Environmental Exposure Controls: 1500 ppm 3620 mg/m3 STEL 15min Methyl methacrylate 50 ppm 208 mg/m3 TWA - EH40 100 ppm 416 mg/m3 STEL 15min Personal protection equipment should be chosen according to the CEN standards and in discussion with the supplier of the personal protective equipment Wear protective gloves. Laminate (PE/EVOH) gloves are recommended. Be aware that the liquid may penetrate the gloves. Frequent change is advisable. The most suitable glove must be chosen in consultation with the gloves supplier, who can inform about the breakthrough time of the glove material. Wear goggles/face shield. Risk of contact: Wear apron or protective clothing in case of splashes. Remove contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water after work. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Not available. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance: Odour: liquid characteristic Flash point: 10 C Explosion limits: 2,1-12,5 vol% Relative density: 0,95 Solubility: Other data: Miscible with water VOC (Volatile Organic Substances): 691 g/l (calculated) 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability: Conditions/ materials to avoid: Hazardous decomposition products: Stable under normal temperature conditions. Avoid exposure to high temperatures or direct sunlight. Avoid contact with oxidising agents. None in particular.
4/7 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Inhalation: Skin contact: Eye contact: Ingestion: Specific effects: Irritating to respiratory system. Vapours may cause headache, fatigue, dizziness and nausea. Irritating and degreasing. Contains components which may penetrate the skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. May irritate and cause redness and pain. Irritating. May be absorbed in the body and cause dizziness, nausea and vomiting. Frequent inhalation of even small concentrations may cause irritability, fatigue and memory failure and eventually permanent damage to the nervous system, including the brain. May cause sensitisation. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Mobility: Degradability: Ecotoxicity: Bioaccumulative potential: Other adverse effects: The product is miscible with water. May spread in water systems. The product contains organic solvents which will evaporate easily from all surfaces. The degradability of the product has not been stated. The product is not expected to be hazardous to the environment. No data available on bioaccumulation. None known. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Dispose of collected dust according to agreement with local authorities. Waste is classified as hazardous waste. Waste from residues: EWC-code:16 05 08
5/7 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION UN-number: 1866 Proper Shipping Name: Sea (IMDG): RESIN SOLUTION (Methyl methacrylate) Additional IMDG information: EmS: F-E, S-E MFAG: 1 Class: 3 PG: Marine pollutant: Inland waterways: II No To be handled locally. Air (ICAO/IATA): Class: 3 PG: II Land (RID/ADR): Class: 3 Packing group: II Primary risk label: 3 Subsidiary risk label: - Environmentally Hazardous substance No
6/7 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Labelling: Contains: Methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate R11 R43 S16 S24 S37 S60 Highly flammable. R37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Avoid contact with skin. Wear suitable gloves. Highly flammable This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. As a general rule, persons under 18 years of age are not allowed to work with this product. National regulation: Statutory Instruments 2008 No. 2852 - The REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (S.I 2002 No. 2677) with amendments. The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 (S.I 2009 No. 716). EH40/2005, Workplace exposure limits 2005, with amendments The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (SI 1999 No. 3242). The List of Wastes (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2005. (SI 2005 No. 895). Irritant
7/7 16. OTHER INFORMATION The user must be instructed in the proper work procedure and be familiar with the contents of these instructions. The following sections contain revisions or new statements: - The (*) indicates the changes made with respect to the previous version. Approved by DHI. Wording of Risk Phrases: R11 R36 R36/37/38 R43 Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R66 R67 May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. The information on this data sheet represents our current data and is reliable provided that the product is used under the prescribed conditions and in accordance with the application specified on the packaging and/or in the technical guidance literature. Any other use of the product which involves using the product in combination with any other product or any other process is the responsibility of the user. Made by DHI - Centre for Environment and Toxicology, Agern Allé 5, DK-2970 Hørsholm, Denmark. www.dhigroup.com.